night-light
a usually dim light kept burning at night, as in a child's bedroom.
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How to use night-light in a sentence
A night-light burnt on the table, where cups and bottles were ranged, a spirit-lamp and kettle, and other necessaries.
The Daughters of Danaus | Mona Caird"I wish we had a night-light, John," Mrs. Murphy said, as she got up from her prayers.
Scottish Ghost Stories | Elliott O'DonnellWhen little boys are in bed there is nothing between them and bears and wolves but the night-light.
The Little White Bird | J. M. BarrieUntil he was seven he had been allowed a bit of glimmer, a tiny wick floating in a silver dish of lard-oil, for a night-light.
Long Live the King | Mary Roberts RinehartCalm as the solitary night-light before her open eyes, her spirit was wasting away.
Evan Harrington, Complete | George Meredith
British Dictionary definitions for night-light
a dim light burning at night, esp for children
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